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Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Laboratory Technician, Minerals under general supervision performs laboratory tests to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of solid, liquid, or gaseous materials for such purposes as quality control, process control, or product development by performing the following duties.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs laboratory testing, following relevant company's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and methods.
Prepares a representative subsample from client sample that meets specific requirements using defined methods (Dry, Crush, Pulverize, Pressure Filter, Mix, Riffle Split, etc.).
Weighs and tests samples on relevant equipment.
Weighs and digest samples for analysis using relevant equipment.
Accurately completes and maintains all laboratory reports.
Receives, sorts and logs client samples into the data base, and prepares samples' labels.
Archives, returns, or disposes of client samples as per established procedure.
Prepares monthly composites.
Performs daily, weekly, and monthly Quality Assurance/Quality Control checks on equipment.
Demonstrates good and safe work habits and enforces a clean working environment. Performs general upkeep and housekeeping of the laboratory.
Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.
Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times. Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures. May also have preparation or field responsibilities, as required by business needs.
May assist Junior Technicians as required.
Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or equivalent Required
3+ years working in Industrial Laboratory or Field Services setting Required
Water Laboratory only: Where required by the state law, Postsecondary (Associate or Bachelor's) degree in science, or minimum 1-year supervised water testing experience Required
Associate degree in or including some Science Preferred
5+ years working in industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards Preferred
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
A valid and current Driver's license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle.
May be required to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card).
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
Language Skills: Intermediate English Required
Mathematical Skills: Basic level Required
Reasoning Skills/AbilitiesIntermediate level required, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems
Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers
Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision • Team player attitude, customer care focus
ADDITIONAL KSAS
MS Office (Word, Excel) - Intermediate user proficiency
EQUIPMENT
This job operates in a laboratory environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and phones.
This role routinely uses sample prep equipment that may include Jaw Crusher, Bowl & Disc Pulverizing Mills, Pressure Filters, Riffle Splitters, Compressed Air.
This role routinely uses laboratory equipment/instruments that may include Bottle-top Dispensers, Eppendorf Pipettes, Balances, Muffle Furnace, Sulfur Analyzer, Compressed gases, and ICP-OES as needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB
Stand Occasional (5% - 33%)
Move or traverse Occasional (5% - 33%)
Sit Frequent (34% - 66%)
Use hands Frequent (34% - 66%)
Reach with hands and arms Frequent (34% - 66%)
Climb or balance Occasional (5% - 33%)
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Occasional (5% - 33%)
Talk/hear Frequent (34% - 66%)
Taste/Smell Never (0%)
Lift/carry/push or pull Never (0%)
ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORK CONDITIONS
Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions Occasional (5% - 33%)
Work near moving mechanical pats Frequent (34% - 66%)
Work in high, precarious places Occasional (5% - 33%)
Fumes or airborne particles Frequent (34% - 66%)
Toxic or caustic chemicals Occasional (5% - 33%)
Outdoor weather conditions Occasional (5% - 33%)
Extreme cold (non-weather) Never (0%)
Extreme heat (non-weather) Never (0%)
Risk of electrical shock Occasional (5% - 33%)
Work with explosives Never (0%)
Risk of radiation Never (0%)
Vibration Frequent (34% - 66%)
Bio-hazard Never (0%)
NOISE LEVEL
Moderate Noise (examples: business office with computers & printers, light traffic)
VISION REQUIREMENT
No Special Vision Requirement
Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches/50 centimeters or less)
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet/6 meters or more)
Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given post)
Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distance and three-dimensional relationship)
Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
